2016 Ram 1500 recall: axle shaft
Chrysler (FCA Us LLC) reported this safety recall on May 16, 2016. It covers about 64 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 64
- reported
- May 16, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 5, 2016
- related complaints
- 204
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
- Risk
- A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
Recall number 16V301000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 204 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 16V301000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Ram 1500 axle shaft?
Yes. Recall 16V301000, reported on May 16, 2016, covers about 64 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V301000?
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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